Cation Adjusted Mueller Hinton Broth
by Pasco Laboratories, Inc. 510(k)
Active
510(k) K925644
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK925644 | Date15 Jan 1993 | StatusActive |
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not covered
United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Recalls
No FDA recalls on record, checked 6 Oct 2026.
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- JWY
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 866.1640
- Advisory Committee
- Microbiology
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
Overview
AI-generated summary, 19 Sep 2026
Cation Adjusted Mueller Hinton Broth is a Manual Antimicrobial Susceptibility Test System used for quantitative procedures in microbiology. It is the recommended medium for Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) testing of rapidly growing aerobic and facultatively anaerobic bacteria isolated from clinical specimens.
The device is supplied as a broth medium for laboratory use in susceptibility testing. It is cleared under FDA 510(k) K925644, classified as Class II, and regulated under 21 CFR 866.1640 with product code JWY. It is intended for use in clinical microbiology laboratories and is not described as sterile, single-use, or reusable in the provided data.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 19 Sep 2026
What is the primary use of the Cation Adjusted Mueller Hinton Broth in a clinical microbiology lab?
The Cation Adjusted Mueller Hinton Broth is specifically designed for quantitative antimicrobial susceptibility testing, particularly for determining the Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) of antibiotics. It is the recommended medium for testing rapidly growing aerobic and facultatively anaerobic bacteria derived from clinical specimens, ensuring accurate results for guiding treatment decisions.
How is the Cation Adjusted Mueller Hinton Broth supplied, and is it intended for single-use or reuse?
The product is supplied as a broth medium for laboratory use in susceptibility testing. The provided data does not specify whether it is sterile, single-use, or reusable, so its handling and reuse would depend on the laboratory’s standard operating procedures and infection control protocols.
What regulatory pathway was followed for FDA clearance of this product, and under which category is it classified?
The Cation Adjusted Mueller Hinton Broth was cleared through a traditional 510(k) pathway (K925644) and is classified as a Class II medical device under 21 CFR 866.1640. It was reviewed by the Microbiology (MI) Advisory Committee and determined to be substantially equivalent to a predicate device.
What are the key product codes and regulatory details associated with this device?
This device is regulated under product code JWY and falls under the broader category of Manual Antimicrobial Susceptibility Test Systems, as defined by the FDA. It is listed under 21 CFR 866.1640 and has multiple registration numbers (e.g., 3003750284) associated with its compliance and reporting requirements.